2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
